Esophageal Temperature Measurement
Mathieu Pasquier, Peter Paal, Sylweriusz Kosiński, Douglas Brown, Paweł Podsiadło, Tomasz Darocha
Abstract
Hypothermia as encountered in clinical practice may be due to accidental exposure or intentional medical therapy. This video reviews the indications and contraindications for esophageal temperature measurement as well as the equipment and techniques required to perform the procedure in adults.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineAccidental hypothermiaAccidentalIntensive care medicineClinical PracticeHypothermiaMedical emergencyMedical physicsAnesthesiaPhysical therapyAcousticsPhysicsThermal Regulation in MedicineClimate Change and Health ImpactsCardiac Arrest and Resuscitation